Hidden in plain sight: join the search for Ireland’s fossils

Looking for something to do during the long summer days? The Great Irish Fossil Hunt challenges you to find and record the fossils that are literally under our feet

The Great Irish Fossil Hunt — send on your pictures of fossils you spot on beaches, in mountains, or on city streets or windowsills

Lazing on the beach, a trip to the shops, or going for a hike… these activities don’t normally remind us of fossils. But a new campaign from University College Cork is aiming to change that — and is urging us all to search for fossils in locations all around the country.

This initiative, called 'The Great Irish Fossil Hunt', is calling on the public to discover and report any fossils they find across the island of Ireland. Simply make sure the fossil is publicly accessible (not in a private garden!) and is in solid rock (not loose). You can then send a photo of your fossil discovery to the UCC team using the instructions below.